Rolls-Royce awaits investigation notification

UK engine manufacturer Rolls-Royce said it is still waiting to be told whether it will formally face investigations by the US Department of Justice (DOJ) and India’s Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) into allegations of bribery.
Rolls-Royce’s annual report last week said the company is under scrutiny by the DOJ for breaches of US laws relating to alleged inducements paid to several Asian nations in order to secure contracts.
“The Group is currently under investigation ...

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